Hospice News

JULY 26, 2024

Recent research has found that career growth, organizational culture and impactful work are significant priorities among the next generation of palliative care clinicians, particularly those from underserved populations. Medical students indicated that these three key areas are “crucial” to their well-being and mental health in a recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) Network.

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HopeHealth

JULY 17, 2024

If your loved one has dementia, here’s what to keep in mind at each stage — and how to create moments of connection along the way. The post 5 stages of dementia: What to expect & how to connect appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Caregiver Warrior

JULY 24, 2024

Taking on more caregiving responsibilities is a challenging experience. Here are some things to consider for an easy transition. The post How to Find Grace and Balance When Taking on More Responsibility as a Caregiver appeared first on Caregiver Warrior.

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GeriPal

JULY 11, 2024

Summary Transcript Summary In May we did a podcast on KidneyPal (the integration of palliative care in renal disease) , which made us think, hmmm… one organ right next door is the liver. Maybe we should do a podcast on LiverPal? (or should we call it HepatoPal?) On today’s podcast, we do that by inviting four palliative care leaders who are integrating palliative care into the care of those with liver disease: Kirsten Engel, Sarah Gillespie-Heyman, Brittany Waterman, and Amy Johnson.

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Healthcare communication has evolved from handwritten notes and paper charts to digital tools like EHRs, telemedicine, and AI-powered platforms. This blog explores how these advancements improve patient outcomes, streamline care delivery, and enhance provider collaboration. Learn about the role of mobile health (mHealth) apps, secure messaging, and social media in bridging communication gaps.

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Aging Life Care Association

JULY 29, 2024

The CDC reports one in four Americans aged 65 and older falls each year. With more seniors choosing to age in place and stay at home, the risk of falling increases. Here are some areas you can examine in your home right now to reduce the risk of falls. Tips to prevent falls at … Continue reading Six things you can do right now to prevent falls at home → The post Six things you can do right now to prevent falls at home appeared first on Aging Life Care Association.

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Daily Nurse

JULY 25, 2024

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a common occurrence that both healthcare professionals and laypeople should be aware of. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), there were 69,000 deaths related to TBI in 2021, which amounts to approximately 190 deaths per day. Awareness is where it all begins with TBI. This includes but is not limited to the common causes of TBI, what the experience is like for patients and their loved ones, and what nurses need to know to intervene effectively in pa

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HopeHealth

JULY 26, 2024

In 2022, Gina’s aunt and grandmother passed away within months of each other, two people who had been at the center of her life. Then she lost her job. At age 33, her world felt like it was crumbling beneath her. That same year, Pat, age 79, lost her husband. “We had been married 55 Read More The post “She healed my heart”: In grief support group, a friendship blossoms appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Caring Senior Service

JULY 15, 2024

Monitoring vital signs is crucial for ensuring the health and well-being of seniors. As we age, our bodies undergo various changes that can affect these vital signs. Understanding normal vital signs for seniors and knowing what to do when they are not within normal ranges can help caregivers provide better care. What Are Vital Signs? Vital signs are measurements of the body's most essential functions.

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Donna Cardillo, The Inspiration Nurse

JULY 23, 2024

I’m feeling like I want to cry, need a good cry—release, tears of joy, tears of anguish—the yin and the yang of life. It’s OK to cry for both sides, embrace the dark and the light; one supports the other. You are beloved and whole because of it. You feel, you fall, you pick yourself […] The post On Crying first appeared on Donna Cardillo, RN.

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Aging Life Care Association

JULY 11, 2024

Practical Tips from an Expert As many aging adults face the prospect of leaving their homes for smaller living spaces, there are a few key strategies that can make the transition happen in a much less stressful and smooth fashion. I like to think of it as rightsizing, not downsizing. Start with the basics Often … Continue reading Tips for Rightsizing not Downsizing → The post Tips for Rightsizing not Downsizing appeared first on Aging Life Care Association.

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Daily Nurse

JULY 11, 2024

Simulation sessions can help maintain clinician proficiency and prepare staff members to be part of the multidisciplinary team during high-risk procedures that happen suddenly and infrequently. One such situation is an emergency resternotomy in the intensive care unit (ICU) for patients recovering from cardiac surgery who experience cardiac arrest. The surgery involves reopening the patient’s chest after defibrillation did not resuscitate them.

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Hospice News

JULY 16, 2024

The hospice community is contributing input to the development of the forthcoming Hospice Care Accountability, Reform, and Enforcement (Hospice CARE) Act. Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-Oregon) is in the process of drafting the bill that, if enacted, would represent the most significant reforms to date for hospice payment and oversight. The legislation is currently in a discussion draft phase, which has been circulated among the nation’s major industry trade associations and their members for feedback.

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HopeHealth

JULY 8, 2024

Hospice volunteers give so much of themselves to help patients and families. Often, they learn these life lessons along the way. The post “Dying is an important part of living”: Lessons from a hospice volunteer appeared first on HopeHealth.

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Caring Senior Service

JULY 11, 2024

As someone who wasn't an avid cyclist, embarking on a 10,000-mile e-bike journey across 3 months was a transformative experience for me. The physical benefits were undeniable, and it opened my eyes to the value of biking as a form of exercise for all ages. However, I recognize that not everyone can hit the road for such extensive rides. Recumbent bikes allow seniors to enjoy the benefits of cycling without the risks of road biking.

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Chicago Caregiving

JULY 7, 2024

Access to water offers mental and physical benefits, however you choose to interact with it Fact checked by Catherine Gianaro The benefits of water run deeper than hydration. Blue space — bodies of water such as the expansive Lake Michigan and meandering Chicago River — benefit human wellness in myriad ways. People who spend time near natural bodies of water reported positive effects on their physical and mental health, according to BlueHealth, a pan-European research initiative focused on urba

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Minority Nurse

JULY 29, 2024

In this time of increasing focus on efforts around diversity, equity, and inclusion , creating a more diverse nursing and healthcare workforce is a goal that many would agree is worth pursuing. A more diverse workforce positively manifests for all parties involved, whether doctors, nurse practitioners , nurses, or other healthcare professionals. However, barriers to inclusion and diversity within the doctorally prepared nursing workforce are a challenge that some are beginning to address.

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Daily Nurse

JULY 29, 2024

Wearable technology has become more common in the care of cancer patients, but it can also boost adherence to certain protocols, such as hand hygiene. Anne Corbett, MS, BSN, RN, nurse manager of the stem cell transplant unit at Hackensack University Medical Center in New Jersey, is now using this technology at her hospital where it was first piloted in October 2022 in her unit, which consists of 34 beds total within two separate units right next to each other, to see how the staff of approximate

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Hospice News

JULY 8, 2024

Increased technology utilization in end-of-life care has come with innovative care delivery opportunities alongside cybersecurity risks. Hospices have widened the breadth of ways they leverage technology including artificial intelligence-assisted (AI) patient therapies to boost quality and use of predictive analytics to improve access and length of stay.

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Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is transforming healthcare by enabling providers to track patient health outside traditional clinical settings. This blog explores the role of technology in RPM, including wearable devices, mobile apps, and connected medical tools that collect and share real-time data. Discover how RPM expands care access, improves outcomes, enhances patient engagement, and reduces costs by shifting from reactive to proactive care.

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Today's Caregiver

JULY 24, 2024

One of the most interesting things I have learned from speaking with family caregivers around the country over these past 29 years is that, although so many aspects of caregiving are similar no matter what the disease or illness our loved ones faces

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Caring Senior Service

JULY 8, 2024

Being a caregiver — whether professional or family caregiver — is a rewarding but demanding role. It requires not only physical and mental strength but also a great deal of emotional resilience. One of the key elements that can make caregiving more effective and fulfilling is compassion. Explore practical tips for practicing compassion as a caregiver, enhancing your caregiving experience.

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Chicago Caregiving

JULY 6, 2024

How to vet care facilities — and make a decision under pressure Fact checked by Catherine Gianaro What happens when an older adult leaves the hospital but still needs care? Generally, the person or their loved one has to choose among assisted memory care, skilled nursing (a facility that offers care from licensed nurses), home care, rehabilitation, or sub-acute care (which requires specialized tools or treatments).

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Diversity Nursing

JULY 16, 2024

In the constantly changing landscape of healthcare, Nurses play a vital role as the cornerstone of healthcare systems. They offer essential care, support, and education to patients. It is crucial for the field of Nursing to embrace Diversity, as it not only promotes social justice but also significantly improves quality of care, fosters innovation, and mirrors the diverse communities Nurses serve.

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Daily Nurse

JULY 24, 2024

Three outstanding nurses from Philadelphia have been recognized in this year’s Celebrate Caring Campaign by Independence Blue Cross. These nurses were nominated by patients, family members, and colleagues for their exceptional dedication and excellence in the nursing field. Daily Nurse proudly acknowledges the outstanding work of Allison Denman, Jasmine Hudson, and Francis Doran as the Nurses of the Week for their exceptional care and dedication to their patients, families, and communities

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Hospice News

JULY 30, 2024

The U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has unveiled its final 2025 hospice rule, which includes a 2.9% increase in per diem payments alongside new quality reporting measures. The increase represents an estimated $790 million rise in total hospice payments compared to Fiscal Year (FY) 2024. It is also higher than the 2.6% hike that CMS initially proposed.

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Today's Caregiver

JULY 10, 2024

I received a call from a dear friend of mine, who recently retired from the health care industry. You could say he was one of my first mentors, when starting out on my journey of caregiver support 25 years ago.

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AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)

JULY 18, 2024

Lauren Treat, MD University of Colorado AAHPM reached out to the 2024 Emerging Leaders to gain insight into what motivated them to pursue leadership positions and what they find more fulfilling in their experiences. Lauren Treat, MD has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Care.

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JULY 29, 2024

A novel AI-assisted approach identified issues and developed recommendations. There have been many articles about the current challenges in nursing and what might be done to improve nurses’ workplaces and retain nurses. While nurses have proven to be resilient long before, during, and since the COVID-19 pandemic, without changes by the systems in which they work, even the hardiest of nurses will become burned-out.

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Living Assistance Services

JULY 17, 2024

If you help care for an aging parent or other loved one, you already know that eating well is a struggle for many seniors. In addition to.

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Daily Nurse

JULY 18, 2024

Did you know that mosquitos kill more humans than any other animal on the planet? (Forget sharks, who don’t even make the top fifteen killers on most lists.) From dengue to chikungunya, mosquitos are easy to hate and are a public health nightmare. Nurses and Mosquitos According to the National Library of Medicine website, there are over 3,500 mosquito species and approximately 110 trillion mosquitos worldwide, with only Antarctica being spared.

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Hospice News

JULY 10, 2024

Palliative approaches can help address gaps of care among patients with a diverse range of rare chronic and serious illnesses. Rare diseases include a broad spectrum of illnesses experienced by a smaller proportion of the general population. Although uncommon, the severity of symptoms and increased mortality risks associated with rare diseases is fueling greater demand for more specialized health care professionals.

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